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Harris, Nohe and Rauch outline priorities in Washington County Commissioner unexpired term race

MARIETTA - Candidates Justin Harris, Incumbent Republican Greg Nohe and Democrat John Rauch share their campaign priorities as they compete for the Washington County Commissioner unexpired term in the Nov. 3 election. Justin Harris According to a statement released by Harris, his campaign is focused on transparency, fiscal responsibility and safe, clean water. He said in the statement, “The people deserve to know what their government is doing and why decisions are being made. … I will work to ensure open communication, public accountability, and a government that earns the ...

Colony Short Film Festival returns with local and international films

MARIETTA — The Colony Short Film Festival is returning Nov. 14 with a free showing of 25 films and opportunities to hear from filmmakers as the MOV Film Commission works to expand access to independent cinema. The festival at Marietta College’s Gathering Place will feature selections from 78 submissions, along with two panel discussions and question-and-answer sessions, according to Erin O’Neill, director of strategy and community engagement at the MOV Film Commission. Seven judges selected the films, with screening blocks highlighting student work, Ohio filmmakers, international ...

Authorities search for suspect as three charged in Athens County infant’s death

The Athens County Prosecutor’s Office announced movement this week in two related cases involving the death of a child, though one suspect is reportedly "on the run." On Monday, an Athens County grand jury indicted William “Alex” McCallister, 32, formerly of Nelsonville, on charges in connection with the death of a three-month-old infant. An arrest warrant has been issued for McCallister, but efforts are under way to find him, according to a news release. “Please contact the Athens County Sheriff’s Office with any information you may have about Alex McCallister’s ...

Memorial awaiting $80 million as payment delays slow hospital project

MARIETTA — Memorial Health System is awaiting about $80 million in anticipated Medicaid payments, a delay President and CEO Scott Cantley said is straining hospital operations and slowing financing for its women’s and children’s hospital project. Cantley said the outstanding payments ...

Neil Young sues Trump committee over use of song at Ohio rally

YOUNGSTOWN - When it comes to President Donald Trump, music legend Neil Young doesn't have a "Heart of Gold." Young filed a $10 million federal lawsuit against Trump’s campaign committee for the unauthorized use of his song “Rockin’ in the Free World” during the Republican president’s rally in Youngstown. The lawsuit states Young’s song was played just prior to Trump taking the stage at the Oct. 12 rally at the Covelli Centre and played “numerous times at other rallies designed to encourage Republican votes in the upcoming midterm elections.” The lawsuit states Trump ...